Yard Operator / Material Handler

About the role

The Yard Operator supports pipe movement, inventory accuracy, and quality compliance within the threading department’s pipe yard. Safety isn’t negotiable, it’s who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don’t cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it’s a promise we make to every colleague, every day.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Heavy Equipment Operators to ensure proper rack storage.
• Monitor pipe flow to ensure accurate placement of threaded and unthreaded stock.
• Check SLNs and associated documentation for correct pipe quantities and location.
• Responsible for filling out all paperwork assigned accurately.
• Assist in inventory audits and track material movement for production scheduling.
• Conduct visual inspections for correct stencil markings, thread protectors, and mill identifiers.
• Report damaged, mismarked, or missing protectors and coordinate timely remediation.
• Ensure compliance with handling standards to preserve pipe integrity.
• Keep racks, walkways, and staging zones clean and orderly.
• Follow PPE requirements and safety protocols.
• Communicate risks or unsafe conditions to supervisors promptly.
• Must be familiar with size, weight, grade, connection, and mill of all pipes being loaded or unloaded.
• Familiar with a pipe yard layout.
• Must be able to always conduct yourself in a professional manner when dealing with external and internal customers.
• Follow all company rules and policies.
• Follow all applicable instructions, specifications, and related requirements to meet the company's objectives.
• Any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and push or pull 75 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass applicable testing as required.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to always conduct yourself in a professional manner when dealing with external and internal customers.
• Follow all company rules and policies.
• Follow all applicable instructions, specifications, and related requirements to meet the company's objectives.